In Salem, Oregon, a growing local movement is proving that you don’t need cash to refresh your wardrobe or learn new things. Circular Salem turns everyday swapping into community events that help families save money and cut down on waste. Started by two residents who saw a gap in how people connect
A biotech team recently announced they hatched live chicks using a 3D-printed shell instead of a natural one. The experiment used fertilized eggs placed into this artificial structure, which was designed to control oxygen flow like a real eggshell. While this sounds impressive, critics argue it’s ju
A week in science brought a mix of bold claims and careful rethinking. A company working on reviving extinct species announced it successfully hatched chicken chicks using lab-made eggshells, a small step toward their bigger goals. Meanwhile, scientists launched a space mission to study Earth’s magn
On June 20, the Polo Historical Museum at 113 N. Franklin Ave. opens its doors for a special afternoon dedicated to Roy Rogers, the singing cowboy who shaped Western entertainment for decades. Instead of just another small-town exhibit, this event mixes history with hands-on stories, letting visitor
Back in the 1990s, two aspiring writers, Trey Parker and Matt Stone, moved to Los Angeles with nothing but ambition and used clothes. For half a decade, they struggled just to survive, with Stone sometimes sleeping on a pile of dirty clothes because he couldn’t afford a bed. Success seemed far off,
The brain sends out tiny electrical signals that travel through different body parts before reaching the skin’s surface. These signals don’t move in a straight line—they get mixed up, slowed down, or even hidden by muscles, fat, and other tissues. That’s why tools like EEG headsets or EMG armbands d
Hunter Biden’s recent talks show two sides of the same person. On one hand, he comes across as honest about his struggles with addiction, sharing his journey toward sobriety and personal growth. He quotes prayers, reflects on past mistakes, and even pokes fun at his own infamous nickname—the "Hunter
The fourth inning of Saturday's game between Boston and Minnesota turned into a mix of strategy and raw emotion. With the Red Sox trailing 2-0, they finally broke through the Twins' pitching. A single and an infield hit put runners on the corners with one out. Then came a line drive that scored the
The final games of Tennessee’s high school softball season got a rain check. Originally planned for the same day, the biggest matches got shifted because of steady rainfall across Middle Tennessee. Instead of wrapping up on Friday, the championship showdowns got pushed to Saturday. At Riverdale Hig
The weather had other plans on May 23, forcing a rain delay that pushed a baseball game from Friday to Saturday. But when the Knoxville Smokies finally took the field, they made sure the wait was worth it. The team secured a narrow win in the first game of a doubleheader against the Montgomery Biscu
